All our possessions are as nothing compared to health, strength, and a clear conscience.
No one has a greater asset for his business than a man's pride in his work.
Mystery and innocence are not akin.
That alone can be called true refinement which elevates the soul of man, purifying the manners by improving the intellect.
It is the nature of intellect to strive to improve in intellectual power.
True repentance always involves reform.